EQ901 Elite

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The EQ901 Elite is an ultra high performance replacement for existing BOSE 901® Series I/II, III/IV or V/VI equalizers (select your series when ordering).

The unit provides the BOSE 901 specific equalizer curves with four tone modes that accommodate a wide range of room conditions and recording variations. Designed for use with high-quality pre/power amplifiers or integrated amplifiers and receivers, the unit builds on our EQ901B series with lower distortion, greater dynamic range and higher fidelity, providing audiophile-grade digital signal processors, DACs and analog signal stages.

Features

• The EQ901 Elite Series features four specifically designed equalization curve sets unique to each Series (I/II, III/IV or V/VI)
  
• Precise 901 equalization is performed digitally in an Analog Devices 400 MHz SHARC DSP processor with 24 bit resolution
• Four output channels allowing for a standard stereo setup or dual active stereo systems (two stereo power amps)
• IR Remote with selectable tone mode settings: 
  • Normal mode
  • Enhanced mode
  • Warm mode
  • Low frequency reduction mode 
• Optional subwoofer active crossover (High/Low Pass filters)
  

Specifications

• Total Harmonic Distortion:  0.007% 10 Hz to 22 kHz
• Noise Floor:  -105 dB @ 700 Hz 
• DSP Engine:  Analog Devices SHARC Digital Signal Processor
• Audio Input / Output Connectivity:  Unbalanced Output, RCA 
• Max Input Levels:  Selectable 2.0 Vrms / 4.0 Vrms
• Max Output Levels:  2.0 Vrms
• Input Impedance: 10kΩ 
• Output Impedance:  560Ω 
• Filtering Technology:  FIR + I/IIR 
• Dimensions:  27h x 119w x 107d mm 
• Power:  12V DC Single Supply, 2.1mm round plug, 2.5 Watt 
• IR Remote:  miniDSP Remote
• EQ901 Elite platform base:  miniDSP 2x4 HD

Setting Tone Modes

Selection of the tone mode is a choice based on room conditions and what sounds best to you:

• Normal mode is the most neutral
• Enhanced mode provides a tighter sound
• Warm mode adds midrange with slight treble reduction
• Low Frequency Reduction mode is intended to control bass in smaller rooms or on “boomy” recordings

Subwoofer Active Crossover Option

Integrating your subwoofer with an EQ901 equalizer using modern DSP crossover technology will energize your 901s with last octave bass extension, reduced overall distortion and power handling. 

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Active Subwoofer Crossover

What’s Included

• EQ901 Elite equalizer for BOSE 901 Series I/II, III/IV or V/VI
• Four precision engineered tone mode equalization curves
• IR Remote Control for tone mode selection 
• Global power supply
• Optional active crossover for subwoofer

Support

EQ901 equalizers have a 30-day, 100% satisfaction guarantee. U.S. domestic technical support provided by Deer Creek Audio. Live phone support available during business hours, or send us your questions via email. Deer Creek Audio is an authorized miniDSP dealer.

Warranty Terms

This product is warranted to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from invoice. Warranty does not cover failure of the product due to incorrect connection or installation, improper or undocumented use, unauthorized servicing, modification or alteration of the unit in any way, or any usage outside of that recommended in the product manual. The customer provides return shipping to Deer Creek Audio. Deer Creek Audio is an authorized miniDSP dealer.

Shipping

Orders received by 2 PM mountain time are shipped the same business day. U.S. domestic orders ship FedEx 2Day® for $12.95. Orders shipping to Canada are $24.95.  For more details check out the FAQs on Buying from Deer Creek Audio.

>> User Links <<

EQ901 Elite User Guide
EQ901 Elite Powered Subwoofer Guide

>> Additional Resources <<

Will Adding a Subwoofer to my 901s Really Make a Difference?
EQ901 Series Selection Guide

>> Podcasts <<
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Deer Creek Audio EQ901: How It All Began
Deer Creek Audio EQ901: All Models
Deer Creek Audio EQ901: The Hook Up